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LX55 LZS

2005 London Taxis Int Tx II

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II250,591 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 LZS
MakeLondon Taxis Int
ModelTx II
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020
Pass 20 Sep 2019

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2019

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 390,594 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

How Reliable is the London Taxis Int Tx II?

Based on 168,997 MOT tests across 9,998 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
19,801
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
9,998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,931
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 5,079
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,037
Registration plate lamp not working 4,540
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3,420
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LX55 LZS is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 250,591 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a London Taxis Int Tx II fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 8,931 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX55 LZS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The London Taxis Int Tx II typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this London Taxis Int Tx II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LX55 LZS?

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What year was LX55 LZS registered?

LX55 LZS is a 2005 London Taxis Int Tx II, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is LX55 LZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 LZS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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